Kärcher G3500QHT - 3500 PSI 2.6 GPM Gas Pressure Washer With Honda Engine
The Kärcher G3500QHT is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3500 PSI and flow of 2.6 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Description
Driven by a powerful Honda GX200 engine, the G 3500 QHT is the perfect work companion for contractors and demanding users. Equipped with a three piston crankshaft (triplex) pump with professional-grade unloader valve, this unit can handle the largest and most challenging cleaning assignments.
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In summary, the Kärcher G3500QHT is a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, that offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, and also:
- complete cleaning of hard surfaces, vehicle washing, and surface prep for painting
- gentle cleaning of delicate surfaces, and low pressure cleaning of larger areas
- utilizing cleaning solutions, and rinsing surfaces clean
Its power characteristics and design, its main features and all its additional features are presented ahead.
Power
The Kärcher G3500QHT
Using a 196cc engine, its triplex pump delivers a pressure of up to 3500 PSI (roughly 58 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.6 GPM (CETA-certified values). When these values are taken together, they yield a cleaning power of 9100 Cleaning Units.
To start the Honda GX200 engine of this gas-powered washer, users employ the familiar pull-start technique.
The pressure washer's tank has a maximum capacity of 0.8 gallon for storing gasoline.
Design & Handling
Enhanced mobility is a key feature of the Kärcher G3500QHT, thanks to its hand truck design. Built to endure, the welded steel frame ensures the assembly's longevity by providing stability and safeguarding internal components under all working conditions. The folding handle enhances its mobility, while allowing for a convenient storage.
With its hefty 70.6 lbs, this unit isn't exactly easy to handle, making manual lifting and transport quite a daunting task, especially on uneven terrain. The major reasons for its heavy weight are its 196cc Honda GX200 engine, the triplex pump and welded steel frame. Nevertheless, with its two 12" never-flat wheels, users can manage the G3500QHT with less difficulty, even over uneven terrain.
Main Features
The Kärcher G3500QHT
The Kärcher G3500QHT comes with a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 4 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are detailed below.
- Soap injection: A 0.5 gal tank ensures storage for detergent within the pressure washer. Attachment of a soap nozzle prompts the pressure washer to automatically introduce and blend the detergent with the water.
- Pressure hose: The included 35 ft high-pressure hose can be neatly stored on the unit when not in use, utilizing a set of easy-to-use straps for convenient organization.
- Spray gun and wand: A side hook allows for an easy storage of the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand.
- Nozzles: The following table provides information on the 4 included nozzles and their recommended surface uses.
15° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | ||||
| Siding, gutters, house | ||||
| Fencing, deck, patio | ||||
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV |
Important note: The shapes of the depicted nozzles serve for illustration purposes only and may vary. Symbols used include a for 'Not recommended,' a for 'Suitable,' and an for 'Use with caution.'
Other Features
- Onboard storage: The Kärcher G3500QHT features a handy storage area, which allows you to neatly store nozzles and accessories and be always prepared by having everything needed at hand.
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a low oil protection, a thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage) and a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: Besides the usual owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and documentation to get you promptly started, the Kärcher G3500QHT comes with pressure hose, spray gun and wand.
The Kärcher G3500QHT's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Kärcher G3500QHT compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- Featuring 3500 PSI, the Kärcher G3500QHT achieves a lower pressure value compared to competing gas-powered pressure washers within the $900-1000 price category. If you're going after the highest possible power of the water stream, one of the best in this price range is the Powerhorse 115179 that can reach up to 4400 PSI.
- In the aforementioned price range, this washer, with 2.6 GPM (gallons per minute), is placed on the lower end of the GPM scale. If you’re after the highest rinsing efficiency, one of the units with the highest water flow in the current price range is the Powerhorse 115179, that can deliver up to 4.2 GPM.
- Boasting 9100 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM), the G3500QHT places on the lower end of the spectrum in terms of cleaning power compared to other gas-powered devices in this price range. If the highest overall cleaning power is a priority, the Powerhorse 115179 and its 18480 Cleaning Units are notable for their higher potential cleaning efficiency compared to units in the same price range.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 9000 and 9500 Cleaning Units, the Karcher G3500QHT is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this pressure washer nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of cleaning power.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Triplex pump
- Honda engine
- Good range of nozzles included
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- Low PSI for the price
- Low GPM for the price
- Low CU for the price
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Engine | 196cc Honda GX200 OHV 4-stroke |
| Pump | Triplex |
| Water | Cold (104°F max.) |
| PSI | 3500 |
| GPM | 2.6 |
| Cleaning Units | 9100 |
| Pressure control | Valve |
| Frame | Welded steel |
|---|---|
| Handling | Hand Truck |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12", never flat |
| Weight | 70.6 lbs |
| Dimensions | Approx. 20.7 x 22.5 x 39.4 in (D x W x H) |
| Hose storage | Straps |
| Soap injection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Soap tank | 0.5 gal |
| Nozzles | 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 35 ft |
| Security | Low oil, trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
|---|---|
| Emissions | EPA |
| Included accessories | Wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, 4 nozzles |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Other model numbers | 1.107-419.0 |
| UPC | 886622045090 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About Kärcher
Founded in 1935 by Alfred Kärcher, this family-owned business is headquartered in Winnenden, Germany. Credited with developing Europe's first hot water high-pressure washer in 1950, the company continues to pride itself on ingenuity and innovative thinking for new solutions in the cleaning industry. Kärcher also insists on being a socially- and ecologically-sustainable company. The popularity of the brand can be seen by the fact that the name Kärcher has in some European countries become a colloquial term used synonymously with pressure washers.
Warranty Information
The Kärcher G3500QHT is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of Kärcher pressure washers, please consult Kärcher's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-537-4129.
